Mixed Doner Recipe
Make Mixed Doner Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Marinated Meats
Sauces & Condiments
Veg & Fillings
Finishing & Cooking
Method
Marinated Meats
- 1
Prepare marinade and meats
In a large bowl combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, sweet paprika, black pepper, ground cinnamon, salt and chili flakes (if using). Mix until smooth and fragrant. Divide the marinade between two bowls: one for lamb and one for chicken. Add the thinly sliced lamb to one bowl and the chicken to the other, mixing thoroughly so each slice is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight for best flavor.
- 2
Cooking & Finishing
- 3
Cook the meats
Heat a large heavy skillet or griddle over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. If using stacked skewers, cook and rotate until edges are deeply browned and cooked through (about 8–12 minutes per side depending on thickness), shaving cooked edges with a sharp knife as you go. For sliced pieces: fry in batches in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding. Cook chicken slices 6–8 minutes, turning once, until internal temperature reaches 75°C/165°F. Cook lamb slices 6–9 minutes until browned and cooked through. Add remaining oil between batches as needed. Transfer cooked meat to a warm plate and keep covered.
- 4
Oven roast method (alternate)
Preheat oven to 220°C (430°F). Spread marinated meat in a single layer on a lined baking sheet, drizzle a little oil over top, and roast until edges brown and meat is cooked, 12–20 minutes, turning once halfway. Finish under broiler for 1–2 minutes to get crisp edges if desired.
Sauces & Assembly
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- 6
Assemble mixed doner
Lay a warm pita on a plate. Spread 1–2 tablespoons garlic yogurt sauce across the center, and 1 tablespoon hot sauce (or to taste). Pile a mixture of lamb and chicken (about 180–200 g total) onto the bread. Add shredded lettuce, tomato slices, red onion, cucumber/pickles, a sprinkle of parsley and pickled cabbage if using. Drizzle a little tahini if desired. Fold or roll the pita, wrap in foil for 1 minute to hold shape, and serve immediately.
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Serve
Serve remaining sauces on the side and offer extra chili sauce. Leftover meat keeps for 3 days refrigerated and refrigerate sauces separately.

